Rise – Invest like a Billionaire

Rise – Invest like a Billionaire

Beginning in 2012, Rise.eco is a company based out of Grunwald, Germany which specializes in software-development. They are successful in the development, and implementation of various investment algorithms which have proven to beat market standards for over 5 years running.

What is the problem?

Many of the best investment opportunities are restricted to wealthy individuals. Often, this includes those that can afford to invest $150,000 and up.

In addition to this, many simply don’t have access to the newest AI driven algorithms. This means that their potential returns are not the best that they could be.

Finally, it can be difficult to diversify revenue streams. Over exposure to one means of investment can result in susceptibility to market peaks and valleys. By gaining exposure to varying streams of revenue, investors can rely upon more consistent returns.

How will Rise solve it?

Rise is looking to solve each of these issues through the issuance of their own security token. Capital raised through the distribution of this token are what will provide the initial fund for investment with their very own algorithm. In doing so, Rise is essentially democratizing investing, as those interested are no longer required to be ‘big’ players. A tokenized fund is open to investors small and large.

In addition to token holders receiving dividends through their invested funds, these dividends will be boosted through licensures. Rise will be licencing their software to third-party companies. A portion of the compensation received will then supplement the main investment fund. In doing so, token holders will see dividend boosts, as their percentage holding is now part of a greater fund.

If that isn’t appealing enough, token holders will also have the ability to invest their holdings in a crypto-fund. These funds utilize the RISE tokens as collateral, while investing in traditional assets such as gold, oil etc. Since their tokens are simply held as collateral, they are not required to actually sell their tokens. They are essentially staking their holdings for even more returns.

It is through this multi-pronged approach that Rise looks to garner the attention of investors. By utilizing multiple avenues to create revenue, shareholders can expect not only more consistent dividends, but greater ones as well.

Token holders will be able to maintain oversight of their holdings through an intuitive mobile app. Overall, Rise has a vision of continually developing the market’s most intuitive AI based algorithms. Furthermore, they want to level to playing field for investors of every ilk.

Team?

While the team at Rise.eco is expansive, here are a few of the team leaders. The following few boast resumes touting company sales in excess of $200 million, alongside decades of experience within the tech sector.

Whats next?

The next big step for Rise.eco is right around the corner. As of writing, the company’s upcoming STO is a mere 12 days away. During this month long sale, the company will be selling up to 170,000,000 RISE tokens with a hard cap of $150,000,000 USD. As with many token sales, there are several levels of discounts for those that purchase early.

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VMC – Connecting the Dots of Urban Mobility

Who is VMC?

VMC is a Dutch company, looking to disrupt the mobility sector through the use of blockchain technologies.

VMC envisions a future where payment processes and usage of varying types of transportation becomes a seamless process.

The company was founded in 2017, and has since successfully developed and implemented their working platform. VMC was able to make waves in 2018 through partnerships which saw the launch of the world’s first blockchain powered bus, and blockchain enabled electric scooters.

VMC intends to utilize a two-token ecosystem, in which they distribute a utility token alongside a security token.

What is the problem?

The mobility sector is inefficient and costly. Many of the commonly used transportation services are operationally segregated. Each will use different payment providers, which more often than not are unable to provide data-sets for usage towards service improvements.

A platform/service is needed that can unify the payment process between a variety of services. A commuter needs to be able to rent a bicycle to ride to a bus station, to drive to a subway, to take them across town – all through the use of a singular, cheap, and efficient platform. Furthermore, this platform needs to provide data-sets to the companies supporting it.

How will VMC Solve it?

In their continued bid to disrupt the sector, VMC has recently announced their intent to host a security token offering. The goal of this event is to raise up to a hard cap of €5 million. This funding is earmarked primarily for use towards the continued research and development required for growth of the company.

These security tokens are digital securities. This means that token holders are entitled to revenue shares garnered from platform usage. It is important to note that these tokens differ from their utility token.

The company’s utility tokens, VAI, function as a stable coin. These are used within the platform to facilitate the payment of services, negating the need for a payment processor. As this token is exclusively used to access services through the platform, VMC is able to gather detailed analytics. This data is valuable to service providers, as they are able to gain a better understanding of their customers, and structure accordingly around them.

The platform itself has been designed to appeal to anyone. It allows for travellers to not only plan their travel, but book and pay for it as well. Throughout this process, privacy is maintained, along with convenience through mobile ticketing.

Commentary

We reached out to the team at VMC to get a better understanding of the event. Jochem Verheul, CEO of VMC had the following to say.

Q: Why has VMC chosen to host an STO rather than traditional means of fundraising?

A: “With a stable token for the transactions/travel and a security token for the investment, we can capture the network effect in the security token, without harming the stability of the travel token. Distributing a share of revenue fits the principles of the blockchain industry.”

When asked about potential expansion, Jochem Verheul indicated that, “We have already opened an office in Singapore!”

Team?

The team at VMC is comprised of various accomplished individuals. Below are those that are leading the charge.

Whats Next?

Beyond the security token offering, VMC has a busy schedule ahead of them. In a few short weeks Jochem Verheul is scheduled to be a speaker at SGINNOVATE – a conference focusing on ‘blockchain technology implementations in mobility. Verhaul promises an announcement at that time, adding, “We are doing some cool stuff here.”

For a more detailed look at VMC, check out our token listing page. There, you will find STO details, and links to information packets such as a whitepaper.

Almond – Be the Change the Earth Needs

What is ‘Almond’

Almond is a blockchain-based company, looking to ensure a bright future for the Earth. The company offers a platform geared toward incentivising consumers to develop spending habits with an eye on sustainability. The platform is mobile-based, and can be used on both IOS and Android systems.

This free platform looks to usher in a brighter future through incentive tasks such as:

Buying Challenges

Thoughtful tips to utilize sustainable goods and services

Action Challenges

Tailoring habitual actions such as exercise, showering, etc., to reflect a sustainable attitude

Offsetting Challenges

Encouragement of participation in carbon offsetting activities.

By gamifying and incentivizing the completion of such tasks, it is hoped that habits will change, and we will no longer simply be ignorant to the issues at hand. Rather, we will partake in sustainable activities by default.

What is the Problem?

We live in a throwaway world. Most of us are simply ignorant to the amount of waste created every day, through normal mundane tasks and activities. This waste is often justified in the name of convenience. While some companies have begun to warm to the idea of sustainability (no more ‘one use’ items), it is still a woefully underdeveloped trait within most industries.

A large part of the problem is simply a lack of transparency afforded to consumers. People are not often ignorant due to their own choosing – you can’t know what you don’t know. The consumer goods industry needs a user friendly and effective means of communicating to the world, the level of sustainability in its products. Hopefully, by doing so, consumers can make an active choice to buy ‘green’.

How will Almond Solve It?

Almond intends to solve the problems discussed above through the continued development of their platform. To ensure constant development, the company has decided to host their own security token offering. This fund raising event will be facilitated by TokenMarket – a UK based issuance platform with a strong track record in crowdfunding.

During the course of the sale, the team at Almond intends to raise £2.4 million. They indicate that these funds will not only cover their released roadmap, but give the company a 2 year runway to achieve their goals.

Known as Almond Shares, these digital securities represent an asset that combines the perks of blockchain – transparency, immutability, efficiency, etc. – along with those of traditional investments. As such, these tokens represent not only ownership rights, but dividends as well.

Naturally, as these are digital securities being sold through the funding event, participation comes with restriction. To learn more about eligibility, make sure to visit the Almond site HERE.

The Team?

Drawing upon their experience in a variety of industries, the following individuals are well poised to ensure the bright future of Almond.

Commentary

“Almond is designed to ensure that those who are shopping sustainably and truly changing their behaviour are rewarded for doing so. TokenMarket’s vast experience in the world of token issuance, advisory and technology meant that working with them was an easy decision. We are excited about our partnership with TokenMarket and the future ahead.”

“Sustainable consumerism is an issue that we feel needs to be addressed. Almond’s work is truly pioneering the way in which people can shop sustainably, incentivising them to know more about what they are buying and using blockchain technology to track its supply chain. TokenMarket is proud to be working with a company that can truly help to change the way in which consumers shop.”

Whats Next?

Those at Almond have fleshed out a roadmap that takes them from the now, into 2020. Here is a brief look at a few key markers along their path.

Globex Licences ATS Platform to First Growth Funds Limited

Platform Licensing

It was recently announced by Globex, that they have successfully licenced their software ATS platform to First Growth Fund Limited. This platform is tailored specifically for dealing with blockchain-based digital securities.

Being tailored for digital securities, the platform was built with the goal of offering end-to-end services for token issuers. This means token creation, issuance, compliance, distribution, and management.

The success and totality of the platform cemented First Growth Funds’ belief in not only their products, but Globex itself. With this in mind, the aforementioned announcement also indicated that First Growth Funds Limited has purchased equity within the Globex.

Commentary

In their press release, representative from each company spoke on the licensure discussed here today. The following is what each had to say on the matter.

“Capital raising using the blockchain has proven to be a massive opportunity for business and doing so in a compliant manner is in the interest of the issuer, investor and investment advisory firm. First Growth Funds believes in the importance of such an end-to-end compliance platform and, coupled with their access to institutional and wholesale investors, the sky’s the limit for their clients.”

“We see these new exclusive partnerships as an opportunity to support local companies wanting access to funding in new markets. We can also help enable and support local investment banks and advisory firms to gain liquidity of their illiquid assets. Regulatory compliance is the number one topic in this sector of late and will be even more important as the market matures. We are really looking forward to collaborating with Globex and leveraging this amazing blockchain technology to compliantly raise capital for our issuers.”

Horizon Globex

Horizon Globex is a software company situated in the heart of ‘Crypto Valley’ – Zug, Switzerland. They have been in operation since 2010. In the time since, they have grown alongside the crypto/blockchain industry, while developing solutions for investors.

Drawing upon previous experience as a CEO at Abbey Technology, Brian Collins decided to found Horizon Globex. Company operations have been overseen by Brian Collins ever since, as he occupies the role of CEO.

First Growth Funds

First Growth Funds Limited is an investment company, based out of Australia. Fund management is overseen by a board of directors. The following four individuals, comprising the board, boast a vast amount of experience in various sectors.

Anoosh Manzoori: Executive Director

Michael Clarke: Non-Executive Director

Atham Lekkas: Non-Executive Director

Geoff Barnes: Non-Executive Chairman

It should be noted that, to date, First Growth Funds is the only investment fund listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, which is licensed to deal with cryptocurrencies.

In Other News

The digital securities sector shows no signs of slowing down. This is made obvious by the increasing amount of articles detailing digital securities as one of the hottest emerging trends. With this in mind, here are a few articles detailing recent partnerships and developments with the sector at large.